Saying that a great genius is mad, while at the same time recognizing his artistic worth, is like saying that he had rheumatism or suffered from diabetes. Madness, in fact, is a medical term that can claim no more notice from the objective critic than he grants the charge of heresy raised by the theologian, or the charge of immorality raised by the police.
James JoyceO cold ! O shivery ! It was your ambrosial beauty. Forget, forgive. Kismet. Let me off this once.
James JoyceYou forget that the kingdom of heaven suffers violence: and the kingdom of heaven is like a woman.
James Joyce